Steps to the pool and beach, walking distance to great local and international restaurants and shopping, warm water, friendly people, great night life and a professional re-decorated, yet comfortable, clean, spacious home all await you in Tamarindo. Comfortably sleeps six, luxury mattresses, repainted, new appliances, wifi, and room safe. Four stage drinking water system. Only 1 hour from Liberia International Airport with lots of cheap transfer options.
This first floor unit has three bedrooms, two full baths and lots of comfortable spaces both inside and out. Lounge by the pool, walk to the beach (just bring flip flops to cross the street), and stroll to great international and local restaurants. Home includes 2 TV's, DVD, internet, cable, washer, dryer, dishwasher, along with toaster, coffee maker, blender, dishes and utensils. Surfing (and affordable surf lessons, ask for Juan) right outside the condo. Two great second-floor balcony restaurants available without crossing the street.
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About the area
Tamarindo
Located in Tamarindo, this condo is in the city centre and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course.
Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Tamarindo Beach, Guanacaste
What's nearby
Tamarindo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Playa Langosta - 9 min drive - 2.5 km
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 36 min drive - 16.4 km
Flamingo Beach - 45 min drive - 23.2 km
Getting around
Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar - 2 min walk
Medusa Bar - 4 min walk
Nari - 3 min walk
Sol Bakery - 5 min walk
Tamaonda - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo on 9 Jun 2026 start from £207, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Steps To The Beach in the Heart of Tamarindo located?
Located in the heart of Tamarindo, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were contacted pretty early by the concierge in case we needed help with bookings etc. (we did with a diving booking). They're also very responsive if there are issues (our safe needed to be reset). Whatsapp is the way to go for quick responses.
The property itself is quite amazing, part of a complex with a pool, just a minute from the beach, and a couple of supermarkets around the corner as well, plus some great lunch/ dinner options. If coming by car, there's a designated parking spot as well. It's all very safe.
Highly recommend!
Absolutely perfect location to enjoy the beach town of Tamarindo. Would definitely stay again. Check in was a bit annoying but doable and clear instructions.
Adele O.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2025
Thank you Adele for your comments. I agree the location is perfect. I am reviewing and simplifying the check in procedures. Pura Vida!
The location of this property is perfect. A short walk gets you to any restaurant or the beach yet it’s tucked behind a shopping center and is very quiet. Highly recommend!
Tina J.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
Tina: I'm so happy you had a great vacation and loved the location. I agree, it is perfect for walking around Tamarindo. Welcome back, and Pura Vida! Bonnie
Great location in the center of Tamarindo, clean and spacious. Our entire family enjoyed accommodations.
Plenty of space for 5 adults and 2 children.
We will be back
Eric S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2024
Thank you Eric for your very kind review. Welcome back any time. Pura Vida!
Bonnie's place was clean, comfortable, and convenient to the beach, restaurants, groceries, and activities. Six year old grandson loved the swimming pool. We will definitely stay here the next time we visit Tamarindo.
Robert Allen K.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you Allen for your very kind review. I agree about the pool. Our kids spent hours with new friends navigating the shallow side, deep end and the waterfall. We welcome you back any time. Pura Vida! Bonnie
The property was very clean, had security, close to every shop, restaurants, and across the street from the beach! The host had a great list of restaurants and things to do which made our first time in Tamarindo easy to navigate and plan. There is also an in unit washer/dryer which was great. The pool was lovely. Highly recommend!
Tasia K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Tasia: Thank you for your kind review and I'm so happy that you and James had a wonderful time. Please come again! Pura Vida.
We were very happy with our stay at Sunrise, the unit we stayed in was on the ground floor and had a nice barbeque which was lovely for poolside meals. The beach was very close, and we had breakfast at a few restaurants right outside the gate.
The beds were very nice, furniture looked new, and we felt comfortable and safe with the security staff at the front of the area.
Would definitely recommend, and we plan to come back again next year!
Melissa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
Melissa: Thank you so much for the lovely review and I am very happy that you enjoyed yourselves enough to plan a return. Always welcomed!! Pura Vida! Bonnie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Apr 2019
Great find!
This was a great find! The condo had all of the amenities that we needed, it was super close to the beach, the pool was awesome, and it was beautiful. The host, Bonnie, was very responsive. If we come back to Tamarindo, we'll definitely stay here again!
We had a great stay with 3 adults and 2 teenagers. Was very close walking distance to shops and beach. Had great, hot showers, which are evidently not common in Costa Rica. Awesome spot right by the pool, and the pool felt great! The only recommendation I would have is that the TVs would have access to Netflix or something so you could choose to watch something other than what was on the television.
ASHLIE M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
Ashlie: Thank you for you detailed comments. I agree the location, pool and showers are all special. Welcome back any time! Pura Vida. Bonnie
We LOVED this unit and had the best time! The beach is across the street and many shops and restaurants are within walking distance. The ground floor was especially convenient with kids and we loved the back patio that went right out to the pool. The unit is spacious and had plenty of space for our family of 5. We’d love to book this unit again someday in the future!
Crystal H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
Crystal: I'm soooo happy that you and your family had a great time. Thank you, and we would love to host you again. Pura Vida! Bonnie
Great location if you want to stay close to the beach and also have walking access to restaurants on the beach, but don't want to spend to be directly on the beach. The surf shops were an easy walk. The unit was closest to a public beach that was really busy when we arrived on Saturday. It was less busy on the days that followed and it had waves for the kids to boogie board. The water temp was also great.The unit is on the first floor of the building so it was easy for the kids to go back and forth to the pool. Tour shuttles easily picked us up there, since we did not have a car. It was also close to the main street shopping area of Tamarindo. Bonnie, the host, was very responsive to questions and concerns.
Katy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Katy: Thank you for your lovely review. I agree the location is perfect. Welcome back any time! Pura Vida. Bonnie
This condo is a perfect location in Tamarindo - walking distance to everything, incl the beach. It also has a great location in the complex - ground floor and super close to the pool. The beautiful pool area was an extra bonus and espec loved by my children! We had a couple minor issues come up during our stay but Bonnie responded quickly and resolved all issues. Would 100% recommend staying here!! Can’t wait to return. :)
Melissa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2021
Thanks Melissa for your stay and review. Looking forward to hosting you again! Pura Vida. Bonnie
We had a fantastic stay in this Tamarindo Sunrise condominium! From our first contact with the owner, Bonnie, to our check-out, everything was superb! The unit is clean, comfortable and well equipped (kitchen, pool gear, beach towels, TVs, etc). The location in the heart of Tamarindo makes going out to restaurants, cafes, shops, grocery, pharmacy, activities - really anything - a breeze. The dedicated parking space is invaluable. Ground floor location allows walkout to patio with grill and immediate access to the beautiful and private pool. The beautiful beach is a few minutes walk. The owner's recommendations of restaurants and things to do were excellent!
We whole heartedly recommend staying here. We plan to return!
Beth E.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2023
Beth: Thank you for your very kind review. It was delightful hosting your family and we hope you will return. Pura Vida! Bonnie
This location was perfect for our family of 4. It is a short walk across the street to the public beach access, lots of restaurants and shops to walk to as well. Everything I needed was in the kitchen, and there were plenty of fluffy towels for both the shower and the beach. The washer and dryer were larger and seemed brand new - this was a plus for washing the towels mid week and not having to pack as many clothes. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Oh I almost forgot to mention being on the first floor was perfect, we could walk out right to the pool that is literally a few feet from the patio. The patio is also shaded at all times of the day, which is perfect for breakfast, lunches, etc. Received lots of great information from the owner and she was very responsive to all my questions and suggestions. Thanks!
Jenna D.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Jenna: Thank you for your lovely review and I am so happy that you had a wonderful time. Welcome to come back! Pura Vida. Bonnie
Perfect location in Tamarindo!! Ideal for families.
We just returned from a magical week in Costa Rica, and this property was ideal!! The location is perfect in every way - on the ground floor of a beautiful gated condo complex (no stairs!) in the heart of Tamarindo. Bounce out the patio door directly to the pool (complete with waterfall) or continue a few steps to the beach. Easy walking to all shops and restaurants so you won't need a car (but there is a private dedicated parking spot directly out front if you decide to rent one). The unit is impeccably clean and beautifully furnished with a well-equipped kitchen and newer washer/dryer. The set up could not have been more ideal for our family of four (our kids are 10 and 5). There is a small market right next door with all of the essentials. We loved having the option to cook for our picky littles and the ability to wash sandy clothes without paying outrageous hotel laundry fees. We will be back!!
Leigh G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2024
Leigh: Thank you for your very generous review. I am so happy that your young family found this to be a perfect location for your activites. You are welcomed back any time! Pura Vida.
This is a lovely condo in a complex with a nice large swimming pool. It is on the first floor. The kitchen was complete and there was a full-size washer and dryer. The place was not loud although you do see some foot traffic walking past your kitchen window from the condo.There is a king bed in one room, a queen bed in another room, and two single beds in the third room. The single beds are quite high off the ground which is not a problem for us with teenagers but may not be ideal for very young children. There were a few small markets near the condo where we picked up items to cook. Larger grocery stores were a little less than a mile walk.To get to the beach you walk across the street and take a right about 100 yards or more where you can find an entrance right onto the beach. You can go the other direction and walk through the hotel Diria lobby and go to the beach. The beach was amazing with a little more than a mile of beach to walk. There are numerous restaurants and shops when you go to the street and take a left. Hotel Diria, a well-known hotel is about a short walk in that same direction. You then get to the main commercial/tourist area.The only problem we had with the unit was a leak of water from the air-conditioning. Someone did come promptly to repair it but the air condition continued to leak water and unfortunately due to the language barrier I was not clear if the repair person thought the AC was fixed.Highly recommend this condo.
Location is great-we have stayed at various units in Tamarindo Sunrise over the past 9 years. Some units are really nice and others are average, appearing as if the owners reinvest little into the unit. This unit is the latter of those two options.
The safe could not be used however the owner and manager were willing to have their staff access our room for a few hours to fix.
After one of the workers was there for over an hour with little progress, we decided to forego having them attempt to replace the safe-not ideal but neither is having strangers in your room leaving the front door wide open while you are at the beach.
One of the burners of the stove didn’t work and the dishwasher repeatedly overflowed suds onto the floor.
We don’t expect perfection, but if you are aware as the owner, of certain issues they should be fixed.
It also appears that there might be a termite issue around several of the door frames as something is either eating them away or they are rotting.
Walls are very dirty and in severe need of painting.
This unit could be really nice, but on our next trip, we will be certain to book a different unit or stay at the Diria Condos altogether.
On a positive note, the outdoor grill was great and worked perfectly.
Overall I give this place a C-.
Andy K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
As we usually get great reviews, I am sorry that our place did not meet your expectations. The safe and stove have been replaced, and the other issued addressed. We are constantly reinvesting in the unit, and will continue to do so to ensure a great experience for our guests.
The location could literally not be any better. 2 minute walk to the beach and downtown restaurants, yet the facility has security and is completely set back from any of the noise.
Bonnie was kind enough to make some dinner reservations and warned us that it is the busiest week of the year. The restaurants were great and the staff treated us as heroes for being "friends of Bonnie's". Can't wait to return.
David D.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you David for the lovely review. I am so happy you had a great time and we welcome you back any time. Pura Vida! Bonnie
great location and great staff to deal with. Very responsive
Lisa M.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
About the host
Hosted by Tropical Vacations / RPM management
We first came to Costa Rica in 2005 and purchased this property four years later. We love the people, food, weather, warm water, and the variety of things to do. Costa Rica remains the favorite vacation spot for our four kids. We are happy to share our home for you.
Why they chose this property
Sunrise condo is located right in the center of town, walking distance to everything in Tamarindo. This unit is located behind the pool so the sounds of the street stay on the street. Best of both worlds!
What makes this property unique
The first floor unit allows for a large patio space and walk out to the pool.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests